Tractor Attachments Buying Guide

Your tractor is designed to serve you well as a versatile workhorse on your ranch or farm, or even in construction or landscaping work. But a tractor is only as good as the implements and attachments with which it’s equipped, which is why locating the right attachments for the work you need to do is so important. Having these tools on hand will allow you to work more efficiently, saving time and money.

Nova International, with locations in Windsor and Aylesford, Nova Scotia, as well as Salisbury, New Brunswick, is your Atlantic Canada tractor dealer. Read on to learn what types of attachments you’ll want to consider to improve your farm’s productivity.

Quick-Hitch Systems

Before you choose a tractor attachment, you’ll need a way to put it on your tractor. Some models come with a quick-hitch system to make attaching implements easier, but you’ll need to figure out if your tractor is one of those. If it isn’t, you may be looking to upgrade your current model so that you can successfully attach tools to your tractor.

Backhoe

Looking to excavate some land? Attach a backhoe to your tractor so you can dig trenches, especially in snug areas where movement is more restricted. Backhoes are versatile and easy to attach and detach, so they can be used on many different worksites, from farms to construction sites.

Pallet Fork

Need to move a lot of pallets around? For those who have a lot of crates or equipment to move to and from their fields or who want to unload a delivery truck quickly, a pallet fork can be an extremely beneficial tractor attachment.

Mower

If you have a large field or lawn to maintain, then a mower is going to be an excellent option for your tractor. Mowers are best for trimming so you can use a mower attachment on your tractor instead of getting out a walk-behind mower.

Rotary Tiller

Anyone who is preparing a seedbed or large garden can benefit from a rotary tiller attachment. This tool is designed to break up compact soil so that you can work with it more easily. Rotary tillers can dig into the ground at any depth you choose to allow you to plant seeds and starters efficiently.

Cultivator

After you plant your crops, you’ll need to make sure that they’re getting enough nutrients to grow healthy and strong. Weeds are a very common problem for farmers and gardeners, as they tend to suck out vital nutrients from the soil. A one-row cultivator attachment can be the answer to your problems, allowing you to pass over new crops and seedlings to remove the weeds around them. You can also use a cultivator to break up dirt before you plant anything.

Plow

A classic plow attachment is pretty much essential for every tractor owner, no matter what work they do. Plows are versatile, allowing you to push loose material around, cut through soil, even out gravel or dirt, sweep away snow and more. If you want an attachment that you can use for many different tasks, then you should get a plow.

We hope this guide helps you to figure out what attachments you need for your tractor. Obviously, this list isn’t exhaustive, but if you come into one of our dealerships, our staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have about tractor attachments. Still need a tractor? Visit one of our dealerships in Nova Scotia or New Brunswick today to take a look at our wide stock of new and used tractors for sale, as well as other pieces of farm equipment. We even provide financing options to help ensure you get the tractor you need. Nova International proudly serves the whole of Atlantic Canada.